Every day,*Montana Department of Justice*employees are dedicated to ensuring the well-being and rights of the people of our great state. The Department of Justice does the right thing for the right reason. If you are looking for an opportunity to be part of a team that builds a culture of character and excellence, demonstrates collaboration and selfless public service, and upholds the law while pursuing public safety, the Department of Justice may have a career for you! *About Us:* Hello! We’re the Justice Information Technology Services (JITS) team, we provide vital Information Technology (IT) infrastructure which Montanan’s rely upon to support state and local law enforcement. Our dynamic team manages IT systems, services, and interfaces to support approximately 900 DOJ employees, and over 3,000 Criminal Justice Information Network (CJIN) customers working together to/safeguard Montana/! We directly support DOJ staff involved with legal cases concerning the State and its people, Montana missing persons, victim services, children’s justice, consumer protection, criminal investigations, highway safety, motor vehicle licensing, gambling control, and forensic laboratory services. The list is long but if you enjoy diversity, this challenging, exciting, and rewarding position may be what you are looking for. *Job Overview*: The Project Management Specialist will lead or manage teams in JITS projects undertaken to create a unique product, service, or result. Work with project stakeholders, sponsors, and teams to initiate, plan, execute, monitor/control, and close projects, regardless of industry. * Assist with developing project business cases. * Conduct business research and write reports to support business decisions. * Solicit, select, and participate in negotiating contracts and resources via requests for proposal or information such as vendors, consultants, contractors, and outsourcing services. * Communicate project status to different, related business units through written reports and meetings. * Develop the project charter and gain approval or assist project sponsor or initial project team with development of the charter and approval process. * Conduct project kick-off meetings. * Conducts RFPs, other procurement activities, and manages contracts in accordance with division and State policies. * Facilitate sessions to gather business requirements; review historical information such as strategic plans, project proposals, business cases, funding information, etc. * Develop and implement the project plan to include determining methodologies, scope, and deliverables of the project; identifying the work required to successfully complete the project; preparing a project budget and staffing plan; identifying and assessing risks and issues; and gaining acceptance of the plan. * Monitor and manage project costs to ensure project is completed within budget. * Manage project schedules to address risks, issues, and ensure timely completion of the project and milestones through regular project status meetings. * Monitor and manage project quality to ensure the deliverables will satisfy the needs for which the project was undertaken. * Provide oversight of vendors, consultants, and outsourcing services to ensure compliance with contracts. * Perform project post-implementation activities such as soliciting feedback from stakeholders, preparing a report, and archiving of information. * Ensure project management activities contribute to and achieve strategic and organizational objectives. * Manage projects impacting multiple, unrelated business units and stakeholders with conflicting priorities and needs. * Integrate projects with multiple applications or business processes. * Review project team performance criteria; evaluate data and identify areas of underperformance and areas requiring corrective action. * May provide public presentations across differing agencies or to executive, judicial, and legislative entities. *Minimum Qualifications:* * Bachelor’s degree in business administration, project management, or related field. * Four years of experience managing projects. * Other combinations of education or experience may be substituted. /Note: Don’t quite meet all the requirements, but still confident you could crush it as a Project Manager? Show us. Other combinations of education and experience will be considered./ *Ready to Apply?* * Submit your resume and cover letter electronically. If you have any questions, email Bri Smith at briana.smith2@mt.gov. * This is a permanent full-time position located in Helena, Montana. *Special Instructions: * The selection procedures to be used in evaluating the applicant's qualification may include, but are not limited to an evaluation of the résumé and cover letter, a structured interview, performance test, academic transcripts, reference/background checks and fingerprint checks. Additional materials, references or information submitted by the applicant, but not requested, will not be considered. Successful applicant(s) will be subject to: * Criminal History Fingerprint / Name-based Check * Driving History *HOW TO APPLY: * */To be considered for this position, you must attach a cover letter addressing questions below and resume at the time of application/.* *Your Cover Letter - Please answer the following questions in your cover letter:* 1. *Can you describe a complex project you have managed from start to finish, including the scope, timeline, and budget?* 2. *What are some of the biggest challenges you have faced as a project manager, and how have you overcome them?* _Your Resume_ - Please include all work experience as well as job duties that demonstrate your qualifications for this position. Include dates of employment (month & year- start & end) and the reason you left each job. Tip: When attaching your resume, you must mark the attachment as a “Relevant File”. A complete online state application is not required. To initiate an application, attach the resume to be considered for this position. Failure to attach resume will result in an incomplete application that will not be considered further. Only electronic applications will be accepted. Materials submitted but not requested will not be considered in the selection process. All documents for Veteran or Disability preference must be received or date stamped by the closing date. Please submit preference documentation to Terri Christianson atTerese.Christianson@mt.govviaFile Transfer Service. To request an accommodation with the application process, please contact the HR office. Your service is rewarded with competitive compensation and generous**State of Montana Benefits. * Medical, dental and vision coverage * Retirement plans * Generous paid vacation, sick and holidays * Pre-tax Flexibility Spending Accounts * Employee Assistance Program State of Montana employment may qualify for student loan forgiveness under thePublic Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. This Organization Participates in E-Verify. **Title:** *Project Management Specialist3* **Location:** *Helena* **Requisition ID:** *25140501*